Subject: [Neutron] Postdoctoral Research Associate in Fuel Cells, Batteries and Neutron Scattering |
From: "Barker, Buffie M." |
Date: Thu, 22 Oct 2009 19:42:00 -0400 |
To: "neutron@neutronsources.org" |
Postdoctoral Research
Associate in Fuel Cells, Batteries and Neutron Scattering
Chemical Sciences Division
Oak Ridge National
Laboratory
Oak Ridge, Tennessee
ORNL10-08-CSD
Project
Description:
In
situ neutron scattering studies under conditions that simulate the dynamic fuel
cell operating environment can provide information such as structure; defect
location, concentration and ordering; phase transitions as a function of
chemical composition, temperature and oxygen partial pressure; phase separation
and decomposition; phase behavior in in situ dynamic ion-conducting environments;
vibration and diffusion properties of mobile species.
ORNL
is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to study a variety of solid oxide fuel
cell and battery materials using a combination of materials synthesis and in
situ powder neutron diffraction and inelastic scattering. Responsibilities
include synthesis and perform in-situ neutron diffraction studies of fuel cell
and battery materials, and use the system to study these materials using
neutron powder diffraction and other scattering techniques. Reports to the
Materials Chemistry Group, Chemical Sciences Division and instrument scientist
of POWGEN, (powder diffractometer at the Spallation Neutron Source).
Materials
Chemistry Group is also engaged in research related to synthesis of
nanoparticles and nanostructures and also the growth of epitaxial films using
sol-gel processing for high temperature superconductor wires. The successful
candidates will join an interdisciplinary research team with expertise in thin
film growth, materials chemistry, inorganic materials, fuel cell, battery,
neutron science and photovoltaics.
Qualifications:
Candidates
with a recent Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or related fields
will be considered. Expertise in synthesis of bulk, nanoparticles,
nanocomposites and thin film based fuel cell and battery materials and
characterization using x-ray/neutron scattering and microscopy related
techniques are desirable. The candidate is expected to publish research results
in scientific journals, maintain a strong commitment to the implementation and
perpetuation of values and ethics and ensure compliance with environmental,
safety, health and quality program requirements. Strong written and oral
communication skills and the desire to work in a team environment on scientifically
challenging problems are required.
Applicants
cannot have received the most recent degree more than five years prior to the
date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting
their appointment.
Technical Questions:
Questions
regarding the position can be directed to M. Parans Paranthaman at paranthamanm@ornl.gov. Please include the
requisition number and title when corresponding.
How
to Apply:
Qualified
applicants must apply online at https://www2.orau.gov/ORNL_POST/. All applicants will
need to register before they can begin the online application. For complete
instructions, on how to apply, please see the instructions at http://www.orau.gov/orise/edu/ornl/ornl-pdpm/application.htm.
This
appointment is offered through the ORNL Postgraduate Research Participation
Program and is administered by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and
Education (ORISE). The program is open to all qualified U.S. and non-U.S.
citizens without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin,
physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era veteran or disabled
veteran.
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